Base station wind power source introduction

What is wind energy?

II. WIND POWER ENERGY: Wind is an atmospheric phenomenon which occurs due to the heat of the sun. The sun radiates on the Earth a power of 1.74 x 1017 Watts approximately. Only 2% of it is transformed into wind energy. The Earth releases the heat received from the Sun, but this is hardly homogeneous.

What are the different schemes for wind power generation?

Different Schemes for wind power generation: CSCFS (Constant Speed Constant Frequency Scheme):- Constant speed drives are used for large generators that provide for the generated power to the grid. Generally synchronous generators or induction generators are used for power generation.

Is wind energy a cost-effective energy source?

Wind power is cost-effective. Land-based utility-scale wind is one of the lowest-priced energy sources available today. It's a clean fuel source. Wind energy doesn't pollute the air like power plants which depends on combustion of fossil fuels, such as coal or natural gas, which causes air pollution affects human health.

How a wind turbine transforms energy into mechanical energy?

Wind turbine: transforms wind energy into mechanical energy . it can be classified as a) horizontal axis wind turbine b) Vertical axis wind turbine. Gear system and coupling: It increases the speed and transfers it to generator rotor.